Select the most appropriate ANTONYM that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
The team was gradually realising that the social gatherings were draining.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Absorbing.
Given word: Draining
Meaning: Making someone very tired or exhausting.
Example: Working in the hot sun was draining for the farmers.
Antonym: Absorbing
Meaning: Very interesting and engaging, which gives energy instead of taking it away.
Example: The absorbing lecture kept all the students attentive.
Meaning of the other words:
- Flippant – Not showing a serious attitude.
- Unfruitful – Not giving results, unsuccessful.
- Frivolous – Silly or not serious.
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.